JACKSON, Mississippi – When it comes to economic development, Mississippi communities are often edged out of the competition when companies consider where to establish or expand their businesses. Entergy Mississippi’s economic development team has set out to change that. Through the new Excellerator Competitive Communities Program, the company recently awarded more than $125,000 in grants to support economic development.
“We’re only as successful as our communities,” said Ed Gardner, Entergy Mississippi director of business and economic development. “As a regulated utility, we’re limited to growth within our service area. To foster that growth, we need to bring in new business as well as provide support for existing businesses. We can encourage that and the economic development health of our communities by improving the competitiveness of our entire 45-county service area. It’s a win for all involved.”
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